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A classic match!

Manchester United vs Blackburn Rovers

Date: May 4, 2008

Competition: Premier League

Result: Manchester United 1 - 1 Blackburn Rovers

Goals:

• Cristiano Ronaldo (45+1') for Manchester United
• Roque Santa Cruz (90+2') for Blackburn Rovers

Manager:

• Sir Alex Ferguson (Manchester United)
• Mark Hughes (Blackburn Rovers)

Mourinho's Connection:

• José Mourinho was the manager of Chelsea FC at the time, and his team was competing with Manchester United for the Premier League title.
• Mourinho's Chelsea ultimately won the title, finishing two points ahead of Manchester United.

Interesting Facts:

• This match was played on the final day of the Premier League season, with Manchester United needing a win to secure the title.
• Blackburn Rovers were already relegated, but they still managed to hold Manchester United to a draw.
• Cristiano Ronaldo's goal was his 31st of the season, a new Premier League record at the time.
• Roque Santa Cruz's equalizing goal was a dramatic finish to the match, as Blackburn Rovers scored in the 92nd minute to earn a draw.